Trauma Focused Therapists in Westerville, OH

Whether you're navigating the complexities of being human, seeking support within the LGBTQIA+ community, or developing skills to get through life, my ultimate goal is to empower you on your journey toward healing and personal growth. I value creating a warm, genuine, and judgment-free space where you can freely explore your emotions and experiences.

There are countless possibilities that may have lead you here - whether life feels like too much or too little; over or underwhelming; in need of more energy or calm; Maybe you don’t know whether you want to focus on the past or present, beginnings or endings – wherever you find yourself, our space and our providers extend a welcome and secure environment to create, edit and sometimes – rewrite your story.

You're incredibly insightful and self-aware. You’ve read countless self-help books about healing - your copy of The Body Keeps the Score has been read through so many times it's falling apart. You know your attachment style and can identify the attachment styles of those around you. You know how to label your thoughts as irrational but then don’t know what to do with the actual feelings you’re experiencing. You’re aware of the same patterns that keep coming up for you over and over again, yet you feel powerless to actually change them. You've tried so many different things, yet you’re still feeling anxious, depressed, and confused.

The first step towards making changes in your life and finding a counselor to help can be overwhelming! I have been providing mental health and addiction treatment to individuals for over 12 years after graduating from the University of Akron. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervision Designation (LPCC-S). I offer my clients a non-judgmental and supportive environment filled with compassion to embark on their journey of change. I tailor the counseling process to fit each individual

My therapy practice centers on the belief that all people have the capacity to improve their thinking and their behavior with the assistance of a kind and understanding ear. Therapy simply helps to to work through life's challenges and transitions with guidance and focus. My therapeutic approach includes Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness strategies. I am passionate about psycho-education and utilize a strength-based, solution-focused approach to help clients to recognize their goals and work towards them in an effective way.

I am a licensed clinical counselor with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Sociology from Miami University and a Master’s degree from the University of Dayton. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and families in a variety of mental health settings and levels of care. Generally, my clients have been working on behavioral and mental challenges related to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, complex trauma, grief and loss, interpersonal relationship concerns, and difficulty with functioning in everyday life.

Hello ,I have worked in outpatient settings, in hospitals, on disaster teams, in home-based programs, and overseas for military members and their families. My client-centered perspective utilizes tools of motivational interviewing, systems theory, developmental theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma focused, cognitive behavioral therapy. I hold a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Akron and obtained my master’s degree in community counseling from Malone University. Also, I earned a master’s degree in philosophy and am working on my doctorate at Walden University.

I have provided clinical counseling, advocacy, and case management services, with a specialization in trauma. I also have experience working with individuals and families, providing parenting strategies and support, as well as exploring healthy relationship skills. I utilize Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (for children and adolescents), and EMDR. I focus on the existing strengths of my clients and encourage the use of those strengths to work toward identified goals. Empathy, compassion, integrity, and service drive my interactions with clients.

I am passionate about supporting clients to achieve personal mental and emotional growth while overcoming obstacles such as trauma, LGBTQ+ identity or cultural issues, mood or anxiety disorders, complex grief, anger, difficulty with effective communication, and co-occurring dependency. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for adults to learn to overcome barriers to meet their life goals and become their most authentic self. My style is collaborative and I customize the therapy to the client’s unique needs.

Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed or just feeling stuck, you do not have to go through it alone. I can help you overcome challenges, fears and negative thought patterns preventing you from becoming your best self. I have 14 years experience working with adults suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence.

I enjoy working with adults and adolescents, to help navigate the challenges that come with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, grief/loss, divorce, life adjustments, and more. I’m here to offer support and enhance resiliency by promoting a sense of hope.

Are you suffering from trauma & finding it holding you back from living your true, authentic life? From my experience, I can see how challenging a Borderline Personality Disorder diagnosis can be on a person, & working with someone open to learning new skills to manage it better can be very rewarding! I enjoy working with people who are suffering from anxiety or depressive disorder as I have seen the progress my clients have made in those areas & I love to watch them start to live a more satisfying life. I am here to assist with any life transitions, relationship issues, grief, or OCD/phobias that are preventing you from your goals.

Hello and welcome! Do you ever find yourself feeling depressed or anxious and wondering how to navigate life in a healthier way? When you are struggling, do you ever wonder about how there has to be a better way? Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or seeking personal growth, we'll work collaboratively to explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals.

Life can be extremely difficult to navigate at times, especially when going through major life transitions. These things can greatly impact our well-being, especially if we do not have the proper tools to work through them. It can seem impossible to deal with these life stressors and escape from the overwhelming feelings that accompany them. I can help guide your mental health journey and together we can learn how to manage the challenges life throws at you. In 2003, I graduated from the University of New York in Buffalo with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. I am Licensed as an Independent Social Worker in the state of Ohio since

I believe great strides can be made through a strong therapeutic relationship. When you walk into my office you will be stepping into a judgement free space and met with compassion and support. Come as you are with everything you have. I have a passion for working with women throughout their journey to motherhood and parenting. Motherhood has been one of the most dramatic life transitions in my life. Whether you are trying to conceive, anxious during pregnancy, or walking through the throes of the fourth trimester (and beyond) I will walk by your side and help you to find who you are in this new stage of life.

You may be feeling lonely, overwhelmed, or scared for yourself, your marriage, or your family. It may seem like your life is falling apart or you or your loved ones are constantly walking on egg shells. Its getting more difficult to keep it together for appearances or maybe its already past that point. You've tried just about everything you can think of to make your situation better but nothing has worked and things are getting worse. You may be hanging on by a thread, but you are not ready to give up hope.

I am here to help you navigate through life's difficult circumstances. When you find yourself traveling down a path that is filled with stress, worry, pain, and/or grief, I will help you identify and draw on your strengths. You may not enjoy the things that used to make you smile. Perhaps, you are facing a family challenge that sparks ongoing conflict and tension. What ever you are experiencing, don't go through it alone! Allow me to partner with you to capture lost joy, build healthy relationships, and grow personally.

Are you having struggles in your job or relationship? Have you been diagnosed with a mental illness and need coping skills as you learn to manage all that it entails? Do you need education, support, and encouragement? I work with grief/loss, trauma, Depression, Anxiety, coping skills & boundaries, relationship and job stressors, life transitions, and general support. I am passionate about helping those who are 'helping professions' and work with health professionals and first responders dealing with secondary trauma. We will work together to set goals for taking the next steps to feel better.

Are you feeling lost in a world that used to feel familiar? Do you feel like you are in a fog, going through the motions but not really engaging? Have you felt overwhelmed by how much there is to do that you haven't been able to let yourself grieve? Some days you may feel like you can tackle that to-do list, and other days the reality hits you like a sucker-punch to the gut. Finding your new normal is a hard and often lonely journey.